Dr. Donald Penn Jr, MD

Gastroenterology*•Male•Age 71

Gastroenterology*

Dr. Donald Penn Jr, MD is a gastroenterologist in Eureka, IL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Penn Jr has extensive experience in Esophageal Disorders and Gastrointestinal Disorders. He graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 1980. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as OSF Saint Francis Medical Center and Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

Dr. Donald Penn Jr, MD

Practice

101 S Major St Eureka, IL 61530
(309) 467-2371

Accepting new patients

(309) 467-2371

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Penn Jr is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital Winfield, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Penn Jr is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Penn Jr specializes in the areas of Gastroenterology & Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Surgery Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
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Dr. Penn Jr's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Penn Jr

4.8
35 ratings, 28 with a written review
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Colonoscopy
Everyone was very professional.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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May 07, 2024
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Knowledgeable and organized. Answered? Friendly
On time.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Feb 19, 2024
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Very thorough
Discussed everything I was going through. Gave me information to help my issues. He been my Gastroenterologist since 1999.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Pood54 – Feb 10, 2024
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Central Illinois endoscopy
Had a routine colonoscopy today with Dr. Penn. nothing but total professionalism by him and his entire team. Slept like a baby through the procedure, woke up in recovery feeling great! I will definitely see him again in five years. Thanks Again Doctor and team!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Kevin Gregory – Oct 03, 2023
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Very good experience.
It went very smoothly.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Oct 25, 2022
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Excellent care
This was my first meeting with Dr Penn and he was very professional and compassionate towards my care, I highly recommend him to all my friends and family.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Christina Collins – Aug 07, 2022
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Highly recommend!
I have had very bad past experiences. They are friendly and helpful here. I highly recommend!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Tammy – Jul 20, 2022
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Colonoscopy with Dr. Penn
Dr. Penn and the entire staff went out of the way to make me feel comfortable and at ease. My procedure was explained to me before hand, so I knew exactly what to expect.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Kim Martin – Jul 19, 2022
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Rushed
Felt like appointment was rushed. Didn’t completely go over results and was just given a packet later by the nurse. Felt like they are just moving people through as quickly as possible. Staff was friendly just not very thorough with follow up.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
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Patient – May 26, 2022
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It was very good.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 20, 2022
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The procedure was completed at the scheduled time. Dr. Penn had explained what it would involve and provided an oral and written results. He was very professional as was his staff.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
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Mar 11, 2022
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Very professional and experienced
Dr Penn was so professional and experienced. My procedure was for a simple colon screening and the doc was kind and personable. I am a very easy patient and he explained everything thoroughly and clearly. I would recommend him. The staff and nurses are also top notch.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 09, 2022
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Dr. Penn is the best! Always leave the office with all my questions answered. He takes time with his patients! Would highly recommend him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Elizabeth – Jan 13, 2022
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Dr. Penn was extremely informative, took time with me and explained my situation to me. He seem to care a lot about me and what I was going through.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Lisa – Nov 12, 2021
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Dr. Penn is a great doctor. He listened to my explanation and gave me good advice on how to feel better. I would recommend anyone with gastro problems see him. He knows his stuff!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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KAREN S BACKES – Oct 13, 2021
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Great bedside manner! I was nervous but when I met him right before the procedure, he put me at ease!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Deb flynn – Oct 05, 2021
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Dr Penn is to the point, and gives you an honest assessment of your condition.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Ron Snyder – Sep 25, 2021
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He is kind and explains everything to you, and also fun. I would recommend him to everyone
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Annita L Ward – Aug 28, 2021
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Dr. Penn listened to my explanation for making my appointment and was very clear in his evaluation of my concerns. I highly recommend Dr. Penn.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 27, 2021
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Excellent care and professionalism
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Coy Rodgers – Aug 04, 2021
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Dr. Donald Penn Jr, MD is a gastroenterologist in Eureka, IL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Penn Jr has extensive experience in Esophageal Disorders and Gastrointestinal Disorders. He graduated from University of...read more

  • Gastroenterology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • University Of Illinois College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1980
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Gastroenterology
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Internal Medicine
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Dr. Penn Jr is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Carle Eureka Hospital101 S Major St Eureka, IL 61530
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    Practice

    Pekin ProHealth Inc.600 S 13th St Ste M Pekin, IL 61554
    2
    Office1001 Main St Ste 530 Peoria, IL 61606
    3

    Practice

    Methodist Medical Center of Illinois221 NE Glen Oak Ave Peoria, IL 61636
    4

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Carle Eureka Hospital

      101 S Major St
      Eureka, IL 61530

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      94%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      6% higher than the national average

      89%
      Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

      12% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital

      25 N Winfield Rd
      Winfield, IL 60190
      Recipient of 8
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2022)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      87%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

      80%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      15% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • OSF Saint Francis Medical Center

      530 NE Glen Oak Ave
      Peoria, IL 61637
      Recipient of 2
      hospital awards

      America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Surgery Award™ (2025)

      Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      76%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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